Publication

28 Sep 2012

This report analyzes key factors that may influence Israeli political decisions relating to a possible strike on Iranian nuclear facilities. These include the views of and relationships among Israeli leaders; the views of the Israeli public; US, regional, and international stances and responses as perceived and anticipated by Israel; Israeli estimates of the potential effectiveness and risks of a possible strike; and responses Israeli leaders anticipate from Iran and Iranian-allied actors regionally and internationally.

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Author Jim Zanotti, Kenneth Katzman, Jeremiah Gertler, Steven A Hildreth
Series US Congressional Research Service Reports
Publisher Congressional Research Service (CRS)
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